Mortgage & Rates
Latest mortgage & rates news, analysis, and insights for real estate professionals.
30-Year Fixed Rate Drops Below 6% for First Time Since October
Borrowers are rushing to lock in rates as the benchmark mortgage product hits its lowest level in five months.
RealNews Staff · March 16, 2026
Fed Signals Two More Rate Cuts in 2026, Mortgage Markets React
The Federal Reserve's latest projections suggest additional easing ahead, sending bond yields lower and boosting mortgage market optimism.
RealNews Staff · March 11, 2026
Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Stage a Comeback as Buyers Seek Lower Payments
ARM loan applications have risen 34% since January as buyers accept short-term rate risk in exchange for significantly lower initial monthly payments.
RealNews Staff · February 7, 2026
FHA Raises Loan Limits to $621,000 in High-Cost Areas for 2026
The Federal Housing Administration's updated limits will expand access to low-down-payment financing in expensive coastal markets.
RealNews Staff · February 19, 2026
Jumbo Lenders Pull Back as High-End Market Softens
Several major banks have raised jumbo mortgage requirements and cut maximum loan-to-value ratios amid concerns about luxury market valuations.
RealNews Staff · March 9, 2026